Current Weather Situation in the AMBA
The National Meteorological Service (SMN) has issued warnings of impending storms and strong winds for the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA). Eleven provinces are under yellow alert due to adverse weather conditions.
Forecast for Thursday
On Thursday, expect mostly cloudy skies with wind gusts increasing from 42 to 50 km/h. By the afternoon, strong storms are anticipated, with gusts soaring to 59 km/h. Probability of hail is low, though significant electrical activity is expected throughout the day.
As night approaches, conditions are forecasted to worsen. Strong storms with gusts reaching 69 km/h are likely. Daily temperatures are projected to be a maximum of 26°C and a minimum of 17°C.
What to Expect on Friday
Friday will continue to experience bad weather, although rainfall intensity is expected to decrease. Isolated storms in the early morning are projected, accompanied by strong wind gusts similar to Thursday. Drizzles will occur during the early hours, with the weather clearing up gradually. Afternoon conditions are predicted to be mostly cloudy, with rain chances dropping to 10%. Temperature ranges will fall to a maximum of 23°C and minimum of 15°C.
Weekend Outlook
The weekend promises a significant improvement, with stable conditions and no anticipated rain. Expect mostly clear skies with a range between 14°C minimum and 26°C maximum.
Regional Impacts and Alerts
For Thursday’s early hours, rainfall is already impacting various parts of the Buenos Aires province, particularly denser in the northern regions. Storm conditions will extend throughout the province as the day progresses.
Looking into Friday, the storm front will migrate south and east, affecting coastal areas from White Bay to Punta Indio, before transitioning to isolated rain in the east. The afternoon will bring variable cloudiness but no precipitation.
Warnings and Precautions
The SMN has declared a yellow alert for storms in multiple provinces, including Buenos Aires, Entre Ríos, Santa Fe, Córdoba, San Luis, and La Rioja. Residents are advised to:
- Avoid outdoor activities.
- Secure items that could be affected by strong winds.
- Stay away from trees and power poles that may fall during storms.
- Stay informed through official updates and have an emergency kit ready, containing a flashlight, radio, essential documents, and your phone.
Looking Ahead
On Saturday and Sunday, the weather will stabilize, leading to mostly sunny conditions following the recent storms. The yellow alert for storms will shift north, affecting areas such as Santa Fe, Corrientes, and Chaco among others. Meanwhile, alerts for strong winds will continue in select provinces.
In summary, while the storms are expected to persist through Friday, the weekend offers respite with welcomed sunny conditions across the AMBA region.